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Fintech / Regtech
PBOC to Establish Fintech Sandbox Links With Hong Kong, Macao
10/11/2023
The “network link-up” will provide a one-stop platform to facilitate cross-border fintech trials and strengthen supervisory cooperation.
Fintech / Regtech
Singapore BNPL Code Enter Next Phase of Implementation
09/11/2023
Six BNPL providers will undergo audits over the next few months and have to become accredited by 31 March 2024.
Capital / Liquidity
EBA Issues Third Batch of MiCA-related Consultations
09/11/2023
The consultations cover transaction reporting, recovery planning, own funds, stress testing, and liquidity requirements for stablecoin issuers.
Hong Kong ICAC Launches Business Sector Integrity Charter
09/11/2023
The Charter encourages companies to establish Integrity Management Systems, appoint an “Ethics Officer”, and commit to implementing integrity policies.
Capital / Liquidity
EU Lawmakers Back Plans to Improve Bank Resolution Framework
09/11/2023
Jonás Fernández said the rule changes will level the playing field among different banking structures in the EU, while ensuring that banks will remain safe.
Securities / Derivatives
HKEX to Consult on Measures to Keep Market Open During Typhoons
09/11/2023
HKEX will commence a public consultation within this month on a proposed model for operating the stock market under severe weather.
Capital / Liquidity
SFC Issues Guidance on IPO Services Ahead of FINI Launch
09/11/2023
The SFC outlines risk management considerations for licensed corporations offering IPO services ahead of HKEX’s launch of a new IPO settlement platform.
Fintech / Regtech
Korea FSS Issues Guidance on Mitigating Technology Risks
09/11/2023
The guidelines are intended to improve the level of IT internal control in the financial industry and improve the resilience of individual firms.
Securities / Derivatives
China Regulators Have Upbeat Message for Market Participants
09/11/2023
China will continue opening up its markets and supporting vulnerable parts of the economy. Two new foreign-funded insurance brokerage companies were approved this week.
Market Infrastructure
DTCC Opens Access to OTC Derivatives Market Data
09/11/2023
“OTC Direct Connect” allows market participants to access OTC derivatives transaction data that are reportable in the US and Canada.
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